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Jumpstart Basketball Clinic opens today

August 17, 2026

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Jumpstart Basketball Clinic opens at Grove Street Park

The four-day Jumpstart Basketball Clinic begins Monday at Grove Street Park, with sessions at 8, 9:30 and 11 a.m. for students in grades 3-8. Coaches will work on shooting, passing, footwork, rebounding and ball handling for boys and girls looking to make a team or simply learn the game. Players are encouraged to bring bottled water and a basketball.

Belmont Recreation and the Beech Street Center

Board of Assessors to hold Monday morning meeting in Town Hall

The Belmont Board of Assessors meets Monday, August 17 from 8 to 10 a.m. in the Select Board Conference Room.

Town of Belmont

Moderator's Committee to interview applicants Monday

The Town of Belmont holds committee applicant interviews Monday, August 17 from 7 to 9 p.m., streaming live on Belmont Media and Zoom.

Town of Belmont

Belmont Council on Aging Board convenes for August meeting

The Council on Aging Board holds its monthly hybrid meeting Monday, August 17 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Beech Street Center.

Town of Belmont

Evening Knitting Club gathers at the library Monday

The Evening Knitting Club meets Monday, August 17 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the Community Classroom at Belmont Public Library; fiber crafters of all skill levels are welcome.

Belmont Public Library

Sunshine and Storytime meets outdoors at the library

Families can join stories, crafts and sensory activities Monday, August 17 from 2 to 3 p.m. on the Belmont Public Library patio, with the Children's Program Room as the rain location.

Belmont Public Library

Cornerstone Baptist Church kicks off Vacation Bible School

'The Trail to Liberty' Vacation Bible School runs Monday through Friday, August 17-21, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Cornerstone Baptist Church, 54 Brighton St.

Belmont Patch

Taylor Swift party for kids comes to Belmont Public Library

Young Swifties can celebrate with crafts, friendship bracelet making and music on Tuesday, August 18 from 3 to 4 p.m. in Morrissey Hall at Belmont Public Library.

Belmont Public Library

Over 3,400 vote-by-mail ballots dispatched for Sept. 1 primary

The Belmont Town Clerk's office has sent over 3,400 vote-by-mail ballots to residents, reminding voters of the August 22 registration deadline and August 25 mail-in application deadline.

Town of Belmont

First Armenian Church launches annual Vacation Bible School

First Armenian Church in Belmont welcomes children ages 3 to 10 starting Monday, August 17 for its week-long Vacation Bible School, featuring Bible discussions, crafts and games.

First Armenian Church

Historical Society holds open hours at the library

Belmont Historical Society open hours run Monday, August 17 from 4 to 6 p.m. in the Claflin Room at Belmont Public Library, where visitors can view the collection and talk with a volunteer.

Belmont Public Library

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